300 Appearances for Kyohei Noborizato!

Prior to today's J-League re-opener, Kyohei Noborizato will reach 300 appearances as a huge milestone. The veteran fullback was a regular for Kawasaki Frontale for years, before transferring to Cerezo Osaka in 2004.

As Sota Kitano's Cerezo Osaka take on Urawa Red Diamonds this morning, Kyohei Noborizato celebrated his 300th league appearance - most of which will have come from his time with Kawasaki Frontale.

The defender is an good example of loyalty and J-League culture.

Congratulations, Kyohei, we wish you a fruitful career and many more J-League appearances.